Chocolate Avocado Mousse
A creamy, vegan chocolate avocado mousse made with just 3 main ingredients and ready in 5 minutes. It’s rich, indulgent, and secretly healthy — perfect for anyone looking for a guilt-free dessert.
Equipment
- Blender or food processor
- spatula
- Serving cups or bowls
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3-4 tbsp maple syrup or sweetener of choice
- 2-3 tbsp almond milk if needed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Scoop the ripe avocados into a blender or food processor.
- Add cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Blend for about 2 minutes, until very smooth.
- If the mixture is too thick, add almond milk 1 tablespoon at a time.
- Taste and adjust sweetness as needed.
- Chill the mousse for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve chilled, optionally topped with fresh berries, chopped nuts, or coconut cream.
Notes
Use ripe but not overripe avocados for the best texture and flavor.
Blend thoroughly to avoid lumps.
Store covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Try variations like mint (peppermint extract), peanut butter, or coffee.